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Alexander Muir 1749–1824

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A Public Tree Person is an ancestor documented independently by multiple YourRoots tree owners. When several researchers' family histories converge on the same person, we publish a shared page that combines what they've documented.

Why this is a Public Tree Person

Full name consistent across 2 independent trees
Birth year and location consistent across 2 trees
Death year and location consistent across 2 trees

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B Reliability
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Reliability Score: B
Medium — based on the source tree
Grade scale
  • A 3 criteria (Strong)
  • B 2 criteria (Medium)
  • C 1 criteria (Basic)
Verification checklist
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  • Descendant's record available
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2 researchers on YourRoots have Alexander Muir in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 10 generations. If this ancestor is in your tree too, you can compare what you've found and fill in the gaps together.

Last updated: August 25, 2026 · Reliability: B — verified across 2 independent trees

Born 16 Apr 1749 · Inchinnan, Renfrewshire, Scotland
Died 25 Dec 1824 · Inchinnan, Renfrewshire, Scotland
Father Alexander Muir
Mother Janet Paterson
Siblings Agnes Muir, James M Muir, Janet Muir, Jean Muir, Martha Muir, Mary Muir, Mathew Muir Farmer, Matthew Muir

Researchers connected through Alexander Muir 1749–1824

and 1 more tree owner connected with Alexander Muir 1749–1824

Immediate Family

Spouse(s)
No spouse recorded
Children
No children recorded

Biography

The story of Alexander Muir began in 1749 in Inchinnan, Renfrewshire, Scotland. Alexander Muir passed away in 1824 in Inchinnan, Renfrewshire, Scotland.

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Life Timeline

1749
Birth of Alexander Muir in Inchinnan, Renfrewshire, Scotland
Birth
1824
Death of Alexander Muir in Inchinnan, Renfrewshire, Scotland
Death

Oldest Ancestor Line from Alexander Muir

This ancestor line traces from Ayr Ayoshire, Scotland (1427) to Inchinnan, Renfrewshire, Scotland (1749) across 10 generations.

Direct Lineage
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Frequently Asked Questions

Alexander Muir (1749–1824) was born in Inchinnan, Renfrewshire, Scotland and died in Inchinnan, Renfrewshire, Scotland. 2 researchers on YourRoots have this ancestor in their family trees, each with their own records. This page combines what they've independently documented and assigns a Reliability Score (B) based on cross-tree validation.
Right now, 2 researchers on YourRoots have Alexander in their trees. They're working independently, so connecting with them is a good way to cross-check your records and find things you might have missed. You can also explore the ancestor migration map that traces 10 generations of this lineage geographically.
It varies by researcher — some have census records, others have marriage certificates, parish registers, or family Bible entries. Scroll up to see exactly what each person has cited.
Use the "Compare Tree" button on any researcher's profile above. You can compare your tree side by side with theirs, see where your records overlap or differ, and collaborate to fill gaps.

Alexander Muir's Ancestors

Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record

Self
Alexander Muir PTP
1749–1824
Inchinnan, Renfrewshire, Scotland
Parents
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Grandparents
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Alexander Muir's Descendants

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Alexander Muir PTP 1749–1824